What's up? Just wondering, where do most D1 college football players come from? Is there a trend with high school football powerhouses or certain states?
Hey there! Great question. It's indeed true that certain areas in the U.S. produce a high number of D1 college football athletes.
States like Texas, Florida, and California historically have some of the highest numbers of recruits. Many attribute this to the large populations and intense focus on high school football in these areas.
Additionally, Ohio, Georgia, and Louisiana, despite having smaller populations than the states mentioned earlier, are very well known for developing high levels of talent.
High school powerhouses, on the other hand, often have strong football programs that attract top-tier athletes. Schools like Mater Dei and De La Salle in California, St. Thomas Aquinas in Florida, IMG Academy in Florida, and Katie in Texas have a history of producing D1 and even NFL players.
However, there's no guarantee you have to be at a powerhouse school or in one of these states to be a D1 player. Coaches from all over the country scour various high schools looking for the best talent. If you have a drive to succeed, perform well on and off the field, and promote yourself properly, you can get noticed regardless of your location or school. Hope that helps!
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